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shadow vs overlook

overlook vs shadow

shadow and overlook both are nouns.

shadow and overlook both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
shadow Yes No Yes No
overlook Yes No Yes No
As verbs, overlook is a hypernym of shadow; that is, overlook is a word with a broader meaning than shadow:
  • shadow: make appear small by comparison
  • overlook: look down on
Other hypernyms of shadow include command, dominate, overtop.
shadow (noun) overlook (noun)
refuge from danger or observation a high place affording a good view
something existing in perception only
an indication that something has been present
a premonition of something adverse
an unilluminated area
a spy employed to follow someone and report their movements
an inseparable companion
a dominating and pervasive presence
shade within clear boundaries
shadow (verb) overlook (verb)
follow, usually without the person's knowledge leave undone or leave out
make appear small by comparison watch over
cast a shadow over look past, fail to notice
look down on
be oriented in a certain direction
Difference between shadow and overlook

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